Capital Equipment News February 2021

The 374 offers up to 20% less maintenance costs than its predecessor, the 374F.

The 345 GC’s overall efficiency is further enhanced with telematics technology. Product Link, the 345 GC’s on-board telematics system, automatically and accurately collects machine information, including location, hours, fuel usage, idle time, maintenance alerts, diagnostic codes, and machine health – all of which can be viewed online through web and mobile applications. VisionLink provides online access to Product Link data, which allows contractors to make informed decisions that help increase productivity, lower costs, simplify maintenance and improve job site safety and security. Subscription options, including cellular or satellite (or both) reporting, allow customers to configure telematics data to specific requirements. The 345 GC’s cab environment is designed to reduce effort. All controls are in front to eliminate twisting in the seat. The ISO- certified, sound-suppressed ROPS cab is sealed and pressurised; large glass areas enhance all-around visibility. Narrow pillars at the front corners of the cab further contribute to forward visibility. A standard rearview camera extends rearward visibility. Most machine settings are controlled through the high-resolution 203 mm touchscreen monitor, and a jog dial and shortcut keys are positioned on the right console. In addition, joystick function can

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With a 42 200 kg operating weight, the Next Generation Cat 345 GC excavator is designed to deliver a balance between performance, reliability and low-cost operation

With an operating weight of 71 700 kg, the Next Generation Cat 374 excavator offers contractors high production, two times more structural durability, and up to 20% less maintenance costs than its predecessor, the 374F

With an operating weight of 94 400 kg, the Next Generation Cat 395 excavator offers contractors up to 10% more production, two times more structural durability, and up to 20% less maintenance costs than its predecessor, the 390F

The new Cat hydraulic return filter on the 374 and 395 has a 3 000-hour service life – a 50% increase over previous filters

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